We are stuck, stymied, frustrated. But it needn't be this way. There is a formula for success that's been followed by the icons of history - from John D. Rockefeller to Amelia Earhart to Ulysses S. Grant to Steve Jobs - a formula that let them turn obstacles into opportunities. Faced with impossible situations, they found the astounding triumphs we all seek.

5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic read

By
Matthew Henry
on
16-11-16

Ego Is the Enemy

By:
Ryan Holiday

Narrated by:
Ryan Holiday

Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
1,031

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"While the history books are filled with tales of obsessive visionary geniuses who remade the world in their images with sheer, almost irrational force, I've found that history is also made by individuals who fought their egos at every turn, who eschewed the spotlight, and who put their higher goals above their desire for recognition." (From the prologue)

5 out of 5 stars

For the self-critical reader, this is a gem.

By
Amazon Customer
on
04-09-16

The Enchiridion & Discourses

By:
Epictetus

Narrated by:
Haward B. Morse

Length: 13 hrs and 16 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
31

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The Enchiridion is the famous manual of ethical advice given in the second century by the Stoic philosopher Epictetus. Born to a Greek slave, Epictetus grew up in the environment of the Roman Empire and, having been released from bonds of slavery, became a stoic in the tradition of its originators, Zeno (third Century BCE) and Seneca (first century CE).

One of the most significant books ever written by a head of State, the Meditations are a collection of philosophical thoughts by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius (121 - 180 ce). Covering issues such as duty, forgiveness, brotherhood, strength in adversity and the best way to approach life and death, the Meditations have inspired thinkers, poets and politicians since their first publication more than 500 years ago. Today, the book stands as one of the great guides and companions - a cornerstone of Western thought.

5 out of 5 stars

Important text on self-reflection and improvement

By
James Riley
on
02-12-15

Can't Hurt Me

Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds

By:
David Goggins

Narrated by:
David Goggins,
Adam Skolnick

Length: 13 hrs and 37 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
552

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506

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For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare - poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a US Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events.

5 out of 5 stars

Incredible stuff ...

By
Amazon Customer
on
03-12-18

The Laws of Human Nature

By:
Robert Greene

Narrated by:
Paul Michael

Length: 28 hrs and 26 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
105

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
94

Story

5 out of 5 stars
95

Robert Greene is a master guide for millions, distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy into essential texts for seekers of power, understanding and mastery. Now he turns to the most important subject of all - understanding people's drives and motivations, even when they are unconscious of them themselves.

5 out of 5 stars

God bless Robert Greene, this is exceptional

By
henoc mimbo
on
12-11-18

The Obstacle Is the Way

The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph

By:
Ryan Holiday

Narrated by:
Ryan Holiday

Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins

Unabridged

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4.5 out of 5 stars
889

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We are stuck, stymied, frustrated. But it needn't be this way. There is a formula for success that's been followed by the icons of history - from John D. Rockefeller to Amelia Earhart to Ulysses S. Grant to Steve Jobs - a formula that let them turn obstacles into opportunities. Faced with impossible situations, they found the astounding triumphs we all seek.

5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic read

By
Matthew Henry
on
16-11-16

Ego Is the Enemy

By:
Ryan Holiday

Narrated by:
Ryan Holiday

Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
1,031

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
912

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
908

"While the history books are filled with tales of obsessive visionary geniuses who remade the world in their images with sheer, almost irrational force, I've found that history is also made by individuals who fought their egos at every turn, who eschewed the spotlight, and who put their higher goals above their desire for recognition." (From the prologue)

5 out of 5 stars

For the self-critical reader, this is a gem.

By
Amazon Customer
on
04-09-16

The Enchiridion & Discourses

By:
Epictetus

Narrated by:
Haward B. Morse

Length: 13 hrs and 16 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
31

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
26

Story

5 out of 5 stars
26

The Enchiridion is the famous manual of ethical advice given in the second century by the Stoic philosopher Epictetus. Born to a Greek slave, Epictetus grew up in the environment of the Roman Empire and, having been released from bonds of slavery, became a stoic in the tradition of its originators, Zeno (third Century BCE) and Seneca (first century CE).

One of the most significant books ever written by a head of State, the Meditations are a collection of philosophical thoughts by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius (121 - 180 ce). Covering issues such as duty, forgiveness, brotherhood, strength in adversity and the best way to approach life and death, the Meditations have inspired thinkers, poets and politicians since their first publication more than 500 years ago. Today, the book stands as one of the great guides and companions - a cornerstone of Western thought.

5 out of 5 stars

Important text on self-reflection and improvement

By
James Riley
on
02-12-15

Can't Hurt Me

Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds

By:
David Goggins

Narrated by:
David Goggins,
Adam Skolnick

Length: 13 hrs and 37 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
552

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
506

Story

5 out of 5 stars
507

For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare - poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a US Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events.

5 out of 5 stars

Incredible stuff ...

By
Amazon Customer
on
03-12-18

The Laws of Human Nature

By:
Robert Greene

Narrated by:
Paul Michael

Length: 28 hrs and 26 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
105

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
94

Story

5 out of 5 stars
95

Robert Greene is a master guide for millions, distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy into essential texts for seekers of power, understanding and mastery. Now he turns to the most important subject of all - understanding people's drives and motivations, even when they are unconscious of them themselves.

5 out of 5 stars

God bless Robert Greene, this is exceptional

By
henoc mimbo
on
12-11-18

Perennial Seller

The Art of Making and Marketing Work That Lasts

By:
Ryan Holiday

Narrated by:
Ryan Holiday

Length: 7 hrs

Unabridged

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How can we create and market creative works that achieve longevity? Holiday explores this mystery by drawing on his extensive experience working with businesses and creators such as Google, American Apparel, and the author John Grisham as well as his interviews with the minds behind some of the greatest perennial sellers of our time.

5 out of 5 stars

If you're a creative, GET THIS!

By
Daniel
on
19-08-17

A Guide to the Good Life

The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy

By:
William B. Irvine

Narrated by:
James Patrick Cronin

Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins

Unabridged

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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One of the great fears many of us face is that despite all our effort and striving, we will discover at the end that we have wasted our life. In
A Guide to the Good Life, William B. Irvine plumbs the wisdom of Stoic philosophy, one of the most popular and successful schools of thought in ancient Rome, and shows how its insight and advice are still remarkably applicable to modern lives. In
A Guide to the Good Life, Irvine offers a refreshing presentation of Stoicism, showing how this ancient philosophy can still direct us toward a better life.

5 out of 5 stars

Great follow up to the Antidote by Oliver Burkeman

By
KarlK
on
10-09-14

Atomic Habits

An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones

By:
James Clear

Narrated by:
James Clear

Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins

Unabridged

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Random House presents the audiobook edition of Atomic Habits by James Clear, read by the author. A revolutionary system to get 1 percent better every day. People think when you want to change your life, you need to think big. But world-renowned habits expert James Clear has discovered another way. He knows that real change comes from the compound effect of hundreds of small decisions - doing two push-ups a day, waking up five minutes early or holding a single short phone call. He calls them atomic habits.

5 out of 5 stars

Not more of the same

By
cluelessgoon
on
23-10-18

The Tao of Seneca

Practical Letters from a Stoic Master, Volume 1

By:
Seneca presented by Tim Ferriss Audio

Narrated by:
John A. Robinson

Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins

Unabridged

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The Tao of Seneca (volumes 1-3) is an introduction to Stoic philosophy through the words of Seneca. If you study Seneca, you'll be in good company. He was popular with the educated elite of the Greco-Roman Empire, but Thomas Jefferson also had Seneca on his bedside table. Thought leaders in Silicon Valley tout the benefits of Stoicism, and NFL management, coaches, and players alike - from teams such as the Patriots and Seahawks - have embraced it.

3 out of 5 stars

I can only be honest...

By
Nero
on
06-04-16

Conspiracy

Peter Thiel, Hulk Hogan, Gawker, and the Anatomy of Intrigue

By:
Ryan Holiday

Narrated by:
Ryan Holiday

Length: 11 hrs and 39 mins

Unabridged

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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In 2016, one of the giants of modern journalism fell: Gawker Media, infamous for saying what other outlets wouldn't say, was sued for publishing Hulk Hogan's sex tape, lost the case and went bust. After countless other lawsuits it seemed that Gawker had finally run out of luck. But luck had nothing to do with it. Peter Thiel, PayPal founder and billionaire investor, had masterminded the whole thing.

5 out of 5 stars

Thrilling!! Amazing story masterly told!

By
G-Montoya
on
13-03-18

Stoicism: 3 in 1

A Complete Guide to the Stoic Philosophy and the Stoic Way of Life

By:
Garry Hudson

Narrated by:
Damien Brunetto

Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins

Unabridged

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Stoicism is an ancient philosophy and one of the most successful schools of thought in ancient Rome. You will learn how the Stoic philosophy can be used in today’s modern times to live a better, happier, and more successful life. This is the complete guide to discover the world of Stoicism. You will not only learn the Stoic philosophy, but you will also discover how to apply it to your own life in this audio bundle.

2 out of 5 stars

not pure stoicism

By
James
on
14-11-18

The Silent Guides

By:
Prof Steve Peters

Narrated by:
Prof Steve Peters

Length: 5 hrs and 1 min

Unabridged

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Understanding and developing the mind throughout life - the new audiobook from the creator of the chimp management mind model and author of the million-copy selling The Chimp Paradox. The Silent Guides explores some neuroscience and psychological aspects of the developing mind, unconscious thinking, behaviours, habit formation and related topics in an easy to understand way. It then offers practical ideas and thoughts for the listener to reflect on using 10 helpful habits as examples.

5 out of 5 stars

Useful

By
Happy Sleeper
on
12-12-18

Stoicism: Bible of 3 Books in 1

Beginner's Guide + Tips and Tricks + Simple and Effective Strategies for Mastering the Stoic Way of Life

By:
Daniel Pratt

Narrated by:
William Bahl

Length: 4 hrs and 15 mins

Unabridged

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This audiobook is here to teach you about the ancient Greek philosophy of Stoicism. This philosophy was founded in Athens, Greece, by Zeno of Citium. It taught its students that virtue, which is the highest good, has roots in knowledge. The wise will live in peace with divine reason, which governs nature. They also teach that they should be uninterested in the change of fortune and in pleasure and pain. This belief system has proven to be helpful in living a happy life. Once you listen to this audiobook, you will be ready to start your life anew.

5 out of 5 stars

The stoic way of life

By
Anonymous User
on
18-06-18

On the Shortness of Life, On the Happy Life, and Other Essays

Essays, Volume 1

By:
Seneca

Narrated by:
James Cameron Stewart

Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins

Unabridged

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As former tutor and adviser to Emperor Nero, philosopher and statesman Seneca was acutely aware of how short life can be - his own life was cut short when the emperor ordered him to commit suicide (for alleged involvement in a conspiracy). And Seneca proved true to his words - his lifelong avowal to Stoicism enabled him to conduct himself with dignity to the end. During his rich and busy life, Seneca wrote a series of essays that have advised and enriched the lives of generations down to the present day.

5 out of 5 stars

A good read.

By
HARRY
on
25-05-18

The Courage to Be Disliked

How to Free Yourself, Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness

By:
Fumitake Koga,
Ichiro Kishimi

Narrated by:
Adrian Mulraney

Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins

Unabridged

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The Japanese phenomenon that teaches us the simple yet profound lessons required to liberate our real selves and find lasting happiness. The Courage to Be Disliked shows you how to unlock the power within yourself to become your best and truest self, change your future and find lasting happiness. Using the theories of Alfred Adler, one of the three giants of 19th-century psychology alongside Freud and Jung, the authors explain how we are all free to determine our own future.

5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous and life changing.

By
Yas
on
30-05-18

48 Laws of Power

By:
Robert Greene

Narrated by:
Richard Poe

Length: 23 hrs and 6 mins

Unabridged

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills 3,000 years of the history of power into 48 well-explicated laws. This bold volume outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other infamous strategists.
The 48 Laws of Power will fascinate any listener interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control.

3 out of 5 stars

Too little nuance

By
Santiago
on
17-10-16

Man's Search for Meaning

By:
Viktor E. Frankl

Narrated by:
Simon Vance

Length: 4 hrs and 44 mins

Unabridged

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Internationally renowned psychiatrist, Viktor E. Frankl, endured years of unspeakable horror in Nazi death camps. During, and partly because of his suffering, Dr. Frankl developed a revolutionary approach to psychotherapy known as logotherapy. At the core of his theory is the belief that man's primary motivational force is his search for meaning.

5 out of 5 stars

Potentially life changing...

By
Jim Vaughan
on
02-12-12

Summary

From the team that brought you The Obstacle Is the Way and Ego Is the Enemy, a beautiful daily devotional of Stoic meditations.

Why have history's greatest minds - from George Washington to Frederick the Great to Ralph Waldo Emerson along with today's top performers, from Super Bowl-winning football coaches to CEOs and celebrities - embraced the wisdom of the ancient Stoics? Because they realize that the most valuable wisdom is timeless and that philosophy is for living a better life, not a classroom exercise.

The Daily Stoic offers a daily devotional of Stoic insights and exercises, featuring all-new translations from Emperor Marcus Aurelius, playwright Seneca, and slave-turned-philosopher Epictetus as well as lesser-known luminaries like Zeno, Cleanthes, and Musonius Rufus. Every day of the year, you'll find one of their pithy, powerful quotations as well as historical anecdotes, provocative commentary, and a helpful glossary of Greek terms. By following these teachings over the course of a year (and, indeed, for years to come), you'll find the serenity, self-knowledge, and resilience you need to live well.

Great content, TERRIBLE audio delivery

Any additional comments?

I'm a big fan of stoic philosophy and enjoyed the daily meditation concept. However, this is one to read; the audio fails miserably. The narrator sounds like a 1950s infomercial, and it's awfully distracting. I stopped listening a few chapters in.

Great book - exceptional research

A book for today, and tomorrow. I love it. My only complaint is the narrator, in that he sounds dated, from a bygone era ... the sort of narrator from a black and white version of Spartacus. Why???? This is a book for 2016, for 2020, for 2030 ... kind of annoying, but not a show stopper

Great for beginners

Would you consider the audio edition of The Daily Stoic to be better than the print version?

Although I thoroughly enjoyed the audio, IMO print would be better. I prefer to listen to it a little at a time find myself repeating each chapter over a few times to digest, this would be easier with the print version. I will probably purchase the print version soon.

Any additional comments?

I would recommend to everyone(beginners) interested in stoic philosophy though probably print version.

Unlistenable

I'm afraid I couldn't actually listen to this audio book. The American narrator sounds as if he's promoting a movie in every sentence. It's such a shame. I'll read the book instead. It would be so much better to offer audio books with different narrator options.

Genuinely brilliant.

Would you listen to The Daily Stoic again? Why?

I will listen to this daily. It's genuinely useful, practical and impactful wisdom. Brilliantly well researched and easy to use, engage with and understand. The quotes are delivered in a somewhat hammy acting style, which (before becoming a stoic! ) would probably have annoyed me intensely. In the end they are just part of the rich content, delivery and experience- and quite funny. It's a really great book. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a sense of clarity in their lives.

Simply brilliant

fantastic, inspirational and concise, this book is the perfect way of absorbing and putting into practice the teachings of some of the greatest philosophers to have lived. A great stand alone book but also really useful as a companion to Seneca's Letters from A Stoic and Marcus Aurelius's Meditations -it neatly distills the most inspirational quotes from stoic literature and makes it to understandabke to all.

I am now a fan of stoicism

An enlighting book that brings stoic philosophy into the present day. This is an excellent listen and I highly recommend. Also check out Ryan's other books 'Obstacle is the Way' and 'Ego is the Enemy'.

not ideal for an audiobook. there's no story.

no story which makes it hard to stay engaged. like my audiobooks a bit more entertaining and explanation as to why certain topics are mentioned and how you can use it in your own life.

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Andreas

27-12-16

Not well made as audio

What disappointed you about The Daily Stoic?

You're supposed to listen to one meditation every day, but there is no audible separation between the 366 meditations so you don't know when to stop.... It turned out being a frustration experience instead of meditation.

Any additional comments?

Remake it asap, make a beep or somehow audibly announce when a chapter ends.

84 of 92 people found this review helpful

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Jason Masciarelli

29-10-16

Makes Stoicism Accessible

Would you consider the audio edition of The Daily Stoic to be better than the print version?

The audio version is a great compliment to the printed version. Well narrated with multiple voices in a tasteful effort to sound like your listening to the scholars themselves.

What other book might you compare The Daily Stoic to and why?

The Daily Stoic is an instant timeless classic

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Each meditation is structured in a powerful way providing a concept, stoic quote, then description of how to apply in daily life.

Any additional comments?

The Daily Stoic is fantastic foundational book as both an introduction to stoicism and valuable essence of the best stoic concepts which is great for someone who reads the original stoic works regularly.

16 of 17 people found this review helpful

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Lika

24-11-17

Really useful but maybe the paperback is better

This was supposed to be read one chapter per day, but who does that, right? Useful quotes and all very applicable in life. Definitely worth buying, but since this is the type of book you would always come back to whenever you need an enlightenment, I think probably better to own the paperback version (not that the audiobook is not good, it's just for practicality, easier to go to the chapter you want if it's a physical book).

12 of 13 people found this review helpful

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EmmaK

14-01-18

Narration is off-putting

I really like the fact that all of these pearls of wisdom are gathered into one place, but I think I’d like the print version better. The narrator sounds at best like a newscaster, at worst like he’s barking orders. I’m less receptive to the ideas because of the narrator.

9 of 10 people found this review helpful

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Amazon Customer

04-01-17

good as daily companion

What is most valuable is the organization of the book into an almost annual course of stoicism. One can literally do one meditaion per day and make substantial progress. Even the authors comments which put each mediation into the frame of todays world are very helpfull. The only weekness is the somewhat pompous tone of the narration which seems to attempt to indduce the emperial atmosfere of roman senate and the result is a bit funny and unecessarily unatural for today. I don't really get it why these audios always try this tone when it comes to stoicism as if someone really new how the emperors sounded 2 000 years ago.

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

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Greg Grant

04-08-18

The book is worth everything, the reader is not.

I’d recommend the book for sure but I don’t think you can listen to it very well. He reader does his best at changing his tone to indicate different voices but it gets to be annoying. Best way to get the essence and points are to just read them directly.

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Torrey

13-11-17

Great way to start the day.

At first I had trouble taking it seriously because the narrotor almost sounds like he’s joking or laughing while reading it. But it grew on me and now I remember quotes in that voice and it makes it more memorable. Great lessons and I use it as meditations in the morning with my coffee and it makes for a good start of the day.

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Simin

04-07-17

Great Reference Book For Everyday Struggles

An excellent book that uses fantastic examples from history to make us both see what it takes to achieve anything great and to be at peace with ourselves.

Ryan Holliday's work will bring you back to earth so that you can see what others have seen and what the rest has missed. When we are not happy, it's not about the world around us but the world inside that is constantly at war. Here is a tool to change your perspective.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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SJ

29-12-16

Lots of learnings

Some learnings are difficult to make sense of, but the author's explanation makes each of them practically applicable